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BK12 NVE

2012 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,346 mi
Last recorded71,346 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 NVE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 71,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 66,229 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 58,550 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 51,951 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 46,333 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 41,633 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 34,545 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 29,295 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 29,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 May 2017 22,939 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 15,975 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio?

Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141,212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,517
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,703
position lamp(s) not working 14,100
Registration plate lamp not working 12,829
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BK12 NVE is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK12 NVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BK12 NVE?

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What year was BK12 NVE registered?

BK12 NVE is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is BK12 NVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 NVE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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